Lifting the quarantine order will likely require a blend of testing, symptom checks, public education and adherence to industry-specific COVID-19 prevention guidelines and protocols, Heather Johnson said. Read More
As a reward for his tenacity, the fish earned some special treatment. Read More
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It was an unusual, but not unprecedented, moment for the Queen City, which does not generally see as many large political demonstrations as two of its counterparts to the south, Augusta and Portland. Read More
Several residents of Portland’s East End came out of their homes to watch the protesters. Many cheered them on. Read More
When it came to protecting people who are homeless from getting and spreading infection, city officials clashed with Bangor’s largest shelter, the Hope House Health and Living Center, over how to develop a strategy that was both prudent and fast. Read More
Dilly beans are yummy with a grilled cheese sandwich. So are dilly fiddleheads. Read More
The park is encouraging visitors to follow CDC guidelines to reduce transmission of COVID-19, the illness caused by the new coronavirus, as well as avoid high-risk recreational activities. Read More
Ten conservation groups and six individuals with years of experience in fisheries issues have sent a letter to the commissioner of the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, requesting the inclusion of Atlantic salmon on the state's list of endangered species. Read More
A prisoner at Bolduc Correctional Facility in Warren sued Gov. Janet Mills and two of her commissioners in federal court on Tuesday, saying the administration violated his constitutional rights by seizing unemployment benefits he collected without due process. Read More
Sadly, there is a dark, underground river of bad faith that has come to the surface in public discourse, and it has made its way to Maine, where neighbors and friends are getting played, writes guest columnist Joel Clement. Read More
"Every decent person feels the pain of the African American community. But I also don't want to pretend like I know the exact, distinct pain. So what I wanted them to know is that I'm with them," Celtics coach Brad Stevens said. Read More
Being a composer takes dedication and years of hard work to be successful. When the person in question creates something truly beautiful, all of that time and energy spent on the artistic craft becomes invaluable. The state of Maine has no shortage of local bands and musicians creating… Read More
In the past two decades, the practice of mindfulness and meditation has gone from being a spiritual practice done at ashrams in India, where it originated thousands of years ago, to the mainstream as the celebrities who tout its benefits. Read More
Certain factors in Maine make the struggle for sleep in the Pine Tree State unique. Read More
A practice that originated in Japan, forest bathing — “shinrin-yoku” in Japanese — is a form of therapy or healing that involves immersing and being present in nature. Read More
